A second local property, that will be transformed to create a warm, family-style home for Plymouth’s looked after children has now been purchased.
The property, which will soon undergo refurbishment and be registered with Ofsted, is part of the development of small, nurturing homes being established across the city. Each one is designed to feel like a family home, offering stability, compassion and a sense of belonging for children who may have experienced significant disruption in their young lives.
This new home follows the purchase of the first children’s home property earlier this year, with more homes in the pipeline over the coming years.
Together, they form an ambitious programme to bring residential care closer to the children’s own communities, helping them stay near their schools, friends and trusted adults.
The aim is simple: to give every child in Plymouth the chance to grow up in a safe, loving environment surrounded by people who genuinely care about them.
Emmy Tomsett, Plymouth City Council’s Service Director for Children, Young People and Families, said: “We want every child in Plymouth to feel loved, valued and supported and these homes are a huge part of that mission. Securing this second home brings us one step closer to creating a network of warm, family‑style places where children can thrive. By returning residential care to council management, we can ensure children get consistent, high‑quality support right here in the city they know. This is only the beginning, and I’m incredibly proud of the progress being made.”
Over the coming months, the Council will be working with Ofsted and local partners to prepare the home for opening. Recruitment is underway for a dedicated residential care team who will bring the home to life, offering not just professional expertise, but empathy, patience and a genuine commitment to children’s wellbeing.
Further homes are expected to follow later this year, continuing Plymouth’s long‑term plan to strengthen local, trauma‑informed residential provision and reduce the need for out‑of‑area placements.
